Rainbow Oasiiis stands as a metaphor of the core essence of our program—providing an artist sanctuary rich with resources and enveloped in the vibrant, nurturing ambience of an often edible garden in Miami’s Allapattah neighborhood. Our ethos is structured around the ROYGBIV pillars, all geared towards fostering a holistic wellness and robust creative environment for the artists who find solace in our haven. Here’s a glimpse into our pillars:

Residency: A tranquil habitat offering an array of tools, machines, and

studio equipment for an unbridled flow of creativity.

Opportunity: Embarking on new projects with support in administration,

operations, branding, and outreach.

You: A rejuvenation realm offering wellness and self-care items, promoting

both mental and physical wellness.

Green: An eco-conscious sphere advocating up-cycling, recycling, and solar

energy.

Bright: A radiant atmosphere nurturing color, high contrast, and mentorship

rooted in artistry.

Innovation: Foster learning through tech and digital platform partnerships.

Volunteer: A mentorship and leadership hub, facilitating professional

development and insightful guidance.

Meet our Board Members :

Haiiileen is a first-generation Cuban-American and Miami, FL native Aileen Quintana, also known as Haiiileen, is an interdisciplinary artist known for her neo-acid experimental works that span through several different mediums and facets. Her dedication to the local artistic community fuels her capacity to create and tear down the boundaries that have yet to be explored within her own mind. Her initial breakthrough as a self-taught makeup artist led her to build a highly successful career utilizing faces as her canvases. What makes Haiiileen’s practice so intrinsically distinctive is her synesthesia, a rare sensory condition which transforms everything she hears into visual imagery. For her, it is essential to explore emotional language and self-evolution, driven by a never-ending curiosity. She is able to grasp a full understanding of how sound, light, and color all interact with one another. Haiiileen then incorporates her findings into 3-dimensional mediums and installations, where she can bring her synesthetic visions to life and transport her viewers to transcendent, alternate worlds. 

Haiiileen continuously exhibits her ability to create thought-provoking material that provides a deep expression and experimental approach to our environmental perceptions and creates more meaningful social engagements. Her love of community art development, the value of artistic integrity, and creating a space that envelops environments are all values she has carried into her work.

Haiileen is currently serving on two social committees at  Pérez Art Museum Miami and The Bass museum  and is a brand ambassador for Locust projects: Legal link 

“From the real estate chaos to the magic I’m so inspired that not only I will be open my home but my heart as well and invite an inspiring artist to stay in Allapatha’s first artist-led rainbow field house”

Christopher Pastor 

Mr. Pastor is Senior Vice President and Philanthropy Advisor at Bessemer Trust. In this role, he works with clients in the areas of planning, grantmaking, governance, and family engagement. He also designs and facilitates foundation board and family meetings and serves as a resource for clients in expressing and executing their family’s vision for making a meaningful impact through philanthropy.

Prior to joining Bessemer, Christopher worked for LVMH as Regional Director of Client Relations for Louis Vuitton, cultivating and stewarding client relationships. His prior roles include Director of Major Gifts at Pérez Art Museum Miami and Director of Development at American Friends of the Louvre Museum, where he led fundraising efforts for the organizations.

He currently serves on two committees at Pérez Art Museum Miami and as a volunteer at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden.

Christopher earned a B.A. in art history from Sarah Lawrence College, where he was named the Frank M. Katz Fellow for academic accomplishment.

“I am thrilled to be a part of this visionary project that will strengthen and expand the Miami arts ecosystem. Artists are at the center of the creative world and supporting them directly is the best investment we can make to ensure the creative process continues to thrive.”

Shantelle Rodriguez

Miami-born and raised, a passionate advocate for the democratization of the arts with over a decade of experience leading public art initiatives and working closely with community partners and artists. As Director of Experiential Art Centers for Superblue, I lead the development of the organization’s processes for programming, partnerships, operations, and staffing, and oversee implementation across Superblue venues.

Meet our Directors.

Chloe Norgaard

Chloe Norgaard is a seasoned environmental advocate and creative visionary with a demonstrated passion for sustainability and community-driven initiatives. With a background in environmental studies and creative arts therapies, Chloe brings a unique blend of expertise to her role as the Director of the Garden at Rainbow Oasis and the organization’s Green Pillar Director.

Beginning her journey in 2014 with the inception of her urban rewilding project, Wildflower Boom, Chloe has dedicated herself to the mission of “planting flowers everywhere.” Recognizing the potential to transform urban landscapes into vibrant ecosystems, Chloe’s guerilla gardening efforts evolved into community-driven planting events and sustainably focused crafting initiatives.

Chloe’s commitment to environmental stewardship has garnered recognition on a global scale. As a speaker at prestigious venues such as the United Nations and Soho House Miami, she has championed climate action and sustainable tourism, inspiring audiences to take meaningful steps towards a greener future.

Equipped with a certificate in Permaculture Design and a diverse educational background from The New School in New York, Chloe combines practical expertise with academic insight. Her recent residency in Kenya saw her pioneering innovative solutions to environmental challenges, including the creation of living furniture from non-biodegradable waste and collaborative projects with local communities.

Currently, Chloe is dedicated to furthering her environmental and creative pursuits by seeking out opportunities for art residencies, open calls, and grants. As the director of Rainbow Oasis’s garden and the Green Pillar Director, Chloe brings a wealth of experience and a relentless drive to create positive change through art, sustainability, and community engagement.